Band:

"Great DJ's! They weren't able to get the ceremony music I wanted, but they accommodated most of my requests throughout the night and even let a few of my guests take the mic to sing to us! Very friendly, professional and great communicators! I'll use them again when we have a 5 year anniversary party!"

Caterer:

"The best food I've ever had! From the antipasta platters to the hors d'oeuvres and entree - everything was mouth watering. Greg was so easy to plan with and he had an amazing staff who catered to us all night. I will definitely use him again when we have a 5 year anniversary party!"

Coordinator:

"Stephanie Hannah was a savior! She was fantastic and we couldn't have made it through the day without her. Throughout the month we worked together she was always quick to respond to emails and questions and on the day of was extremely efficient and helpful in making our special day run so smoothly. I give her all the credit!"

Florist:

"I worked with Sharon, who helped me pull together all my flower choices in such a short time. She worked within my budget and with very little direction - and the flower arrangments were amazing! Great vendor!"

Happy Hour!:

Happy Hour!:

"The Tudor Pub is open daily from 12 Noon 'til 'Closing Time' and is a great place to meet old or new friends for a good meal and a pint or two. And the Tudor Pub offers all the social fun and games you'd expect at one's Local pub, with just a little extra Tahoe/Sonoma ambiance thrown in for good measure."

Our Favorite Food:

"Lakeside dining at it's best! Whether you're looking for appetizers, lunch or dinner on the deck, or a relaxed meal in the dining room, the Beacon has it all. The Beacon offers a great menu selection for the entire family."

Our Favorite Food:

"You don't have to worry about distractions at Cafe Fiore- there are only 7 tables! be adventurous: the Italian menu features items such as Eggplant Crepes served with sun-dried tomatoes with sherry wine sauce, among other unusual selections. Desserts are out-of-this-world, especially the homemade white chocolate ice cream."

Our Favorite Food:

"FiRE + iCE allows guests full control in the opportunity to personally select ingredients and sauces to create the perfect meal. Guests present their favorite selections to the chefs behind the grill and are invited to supervise as their food is prepared.
Each restaurant holds a marketplace of fresh meats, seafood, pastas, internationally influenced sauces, and both exotic and traditional vegetables. FiRE + iCE offers diners an endless array of culinary possibilities waiting to be fired up to your taste on an over-sized round open grill."

Our Favorite Food:

"From the cozy elegance of our fine dining room to the lively perch of our San Francisco style dining bar to the hustle and bustle of our outdoor bistro tables, The Fremont Bistro is varied and inviting.
Attached to the Tudor Pub"

Our Favorite Food:

"Right on the water in the Tahoe Keys Marina. Choose from fine dining upstairs with panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada or casual dining by the fireplace in the Seafood Bar. When warmer weather prevails, the waterfront lawn offers Tahoe's most stunning sunsets."

Our Favorite Food:

"Riva Grill offers floor-to-ceiling views in a comfortable mahogany dining room with the nostalgic ambiance of Tahoe's classic wood boating era. Features lakefront dining year round and sunsets are our specialty, and so is our huge, sunny deck where you can enjoy cool specialty drinks like our famous Wet Woody."

Our Favorite Food:

"At The Naked Fish we offer a creative selection of dishes. We have traditional sushi that is enhanced by special fish not carried by most restaurants. Our 'specials' board is always loaded with delicasies from the sea. We also offer a broad selection of creative rolls that are fun to try. We also have a full kitchen offering a variety of cooked entrees which are known to more than satisfy our non-sushi-loving customers. To compliment your dinner we have an extensive fine sake list to choose from, great beers (Japanese and MicroBrew), and we also carry some fine wines from the central coast of California."

Sight Seeing:

Sight Seeing:

"State of the art eight passenger cabins will carry you from a starting elevation of 6,360 feet to over 9,100 feet. The 2.4 mile ride brings passengers to a 14,000 square foot deck which provides breath taking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe, the Carson Valley, and the Desolation Wilderness. The observation deck is a perfect place to enjoy a relaxed midday picnic or beautiful evening sunset.
Bring your hiking shoes and enjoy the trails on top of the mountain or relax and soak up the California weather with a cocktail at the Umbrella Bar."

Hiking Trails:

"Difficulty: Easy
Elevation: 7,200'/7,470'
Mileage (one-way): ½ mile to Angora Lakes
An easy ½ mile hike leads to two lakes framed by cliffs. Swimming and fishing are popular activities. Summers are crowded, so arrive early. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Take Highway 89 north approximately 3 miles from South Lake Tahoe to Fallen Leaf Lake Road and turn left. Turn left at the first paved road. Continue to Forest Service Road 12N14 and turn right. Watch for bicyclists along this road. Continue past Angora Lookout to the road's end at the parking lot."

Hiking Trails:

"Spectacular views of the 200 foot high falls and Cascade Lake can be seen from this short trail. For best viewing try springtime, when runoff from snow melt is high. Take Highway 89 north from South Lake Tahoe approximately 8 miles to the Bayview Campground across from inspiration Point. Parking is Located at the far end of the campground."

Hiking Trails:

"This trail starts at Eagle Falls Picnic Area, highway 89 across from Emerald Bay. Permits are required on this hike and a self-registration station is at the trailhead. The hike is only about 2 miles round trip to Eagle Lake (only about 1/3 mile to the falls); the terrain varies from steep to flat and crosses beautiful Eagle Falls on a steel footbridge."

Hiking Trails:

"Trail starts at the parking area on the north side of Emerald Bay, on Highway 89. It's a wide, well-maintained trail, but fairly steep, about 2½ miles round trip. At the bottom of the trail is a picnic area, as well as world-famous Vikingsholm, a replica of a Scandinavian castle."

Hiking Trails:

"Moraine Trail
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation: 6,360'/6,410'
Mileage (one-way): 1 mile
Stroll along a relatively flat trail through the forest and along the shore of picturesque Fallen Leaf Lake. Take Highway 89 north approximately 3 miles from South Lake Tahoe to Fallen Leaf Road. Continue approximately 2/3 of a mile to Fallen Leaf Campground. Drive through the campground and park just before campsite #75 on the right. There is no fee for day use. Look for the trailhead sign near the parking area. In the winter, when the campground is closed, you must park just beyond Fallen Leaf Campground off of Fallen Leaf Lake Road and walk to the trailhead."

Hiking Trails:

"Moderate in difficulty - 3 miles round trip. Dipping up and down along the shoreline of Lake Tahoe, this trail offers some of the most scenic views of the lake. Bring a swimsuit, towel and picnic lunch to enjoy a sunny day at one of the may quiet coves along the way. Take Highway 89 north 10 miles from South Lake Tahoe to D. L. Bliss State Park. There is a fee for day use parking. Pets are not allowed."

Shopping:

"The Factory Stores at the "Y" outlet center offers a unique and delightful discounted shopping experience. From shoes to clothes and even home accessories, the wide variety of stores are sure to provide you with whatever you're looking for."

Shopping:

"The Shops offer an intriguing and eclectic mix of fashionable lifestyle apparel, accessories, sporting goods, art, and family fun activities. Drop off the kids at the 8-plex Cinema for a first-rate movie experience and indulge in an afternoon of shopping and wine tasting. Or take a scenic ride on the Gondola, and then enjoy lunch or dinner in one of the tantalizing eateries."

Casinos:

"Like a fine wine, some things get better with age. Harveys was the first hotel-casino to be built in South Lake Tahoe, and its still the best place to stay and play on the Lake.
We have state-of-the-art guestrooms, spectacular restaurants, live entertainment, luxurious spas and saunas, a fitness center and a world-class casino."

Family Fun:

"Historic Camp Richardson Resort & Marina, located on Lake Tahoe’s Southwest Shore, is the closest resort to Emerald Bay as well as gateway to the Desolation Wilderness. Whether you’re looking to kayak along the shore past the turn of the century estates at Tallac, or rent a Seadoo or power boat, Camp Rich is your summer fun headquarters.
Boat Rentals
Waverunners
Kayaks/Paddleboats
Sportfishing
Launching/Mooring
Guided Tours
Waterski School
Fishing Charters"